Indoor (Almost) Unkillable Houseplants
There’s no shame in being guilty of plant murder. Even the most experienced plant parents have a few unfortunate fatalities to their name. Don’t let bad results in the past put you off. Try again and give yourself the highest chance of success with some really tough plants.
The Unkillables, as we’ve named them, are plants absolutely anyone can keep alive. If you’ve never had a plant before, start here. If you think you can’t keep anything alive, these guys beg to differ. They’ll grow in almost any light conditions and won’t care a bit if you’re forgetful on the watering. The only thing you have to remember is not to water them too much. Easy, right? Oh also, they all look great too. There’s absolutely no downside.
Light watering
She doesn’t need much water. Give her a drink when her soil feels dry, about every few weeks. Less in winter.
Most light conditions
She’ll thrive in almost all light conditions (though not a windowless room). More is better, but anything is fine.
Dusting
Every now and again – just whenever you remember – give her leaves a light wipe to keep her pores free of dust.
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
ZZ plant, Zanzibar gem, Fern arum
Light watering
She doesn’t need a lot of water, particularly in winter. You can let her dry out completely between drinks.
Most light conditions
She’s an ideal option if you don’t have bright rooms. She’ll cope with very little light, though not total darkness.
Feeding
She’ll love you if you feed her with a liquid fertiliser about once a month (no more than that) in spring and summer.
Money Plant Pothos
Pothos
Light watering
Super simple to water. Check him weekly and just give him a drink if the top two inches of soil are dry.
Most light conditions
Not one to make a fuss, he’ll be fine in almost any light. You’ll see him grow quicker in a brighter spot.
Humidity
He loves rooms with lots of moisture, like a bathroom or kitchen. In other rooms, he’ll appreciate occasional misting.
Rubber plant
Rubber plant
Ficus elastica, Ficus robusta
Light watering
Water him whenever the top two inches of soil are dry. He needs a lot less water in winter than in summer.
Medium light
He loves a bright room but he’s not partial to direct sun, so if your room is very sunny, place him away from the window.
Humidity
His leaves can absorb a lot of moisture, so spraying him with a mister every few days will encourage healthy growth.